Natural variability of bio-optical properties in Case 1 waters: attenuation and reflectance within the visible and near-UV spectral domains, as observed in South Pacific and Mediterranean waters

The optical properties of Case 1 waters have been empirically related to the chlorophyll concentration, [Chl], historically used as an index of the trophic state and of the abundance of the biological materials. The well-known natural variability around the mean statistical relationships is here exa...

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Main Authors: A. Morel, H. Claustre, D. Antoine, B. Gentili
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Copernicus Publications 2007-10-01
Series:Biogeosciences
Online Access:http://www.biogeosciences.net/4/913/2007/bg-4-913-2007.pdf